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KCAD Sponsored Project Intern – Product Development (Student Position)
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| Ferris State University’s Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD) is working in partnership with the MiSTEM Network and Intermediate School Districts (ISDs) in Kent, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties to facilitate a K-12 design competition- The West Michigan Design Prize. KCAD will be working with elementary, middle, and high school teams within these counties to develop product ideas for the competition.
KCAD is seeking three (3) student interns to support the design refinement stage of the competition. The KCAD student interns will be responsible for working directly with the K-12 student teams to refine their product ideas. This includes facilitating direct communication with teachers as students within the participating school districts, providing feedback to their ideas, creating visual renderings of student team concepts, and developing a poster for each team to use during their pitch at the competition event. This project will require KCAD student interns to manage relationships with teachers/students and apply visual communication skills in a professional manner.
The project will require student interns with a background in product design, product visualization, graphic communication, or similar disciplines. All project activities will be done in collaboration with the West Michigan Design Prize KCAD representative, Jon Moroney. The KCAD student interns will work in a hybridized work flow that will include some in-person meetings with teachers/students, remote work, and design reviews with the project lead. The project will also require collaboration with the KCAD FlexLab to coordinate printing of posters for the competition.
This is a short-term position that will coincide with a project timeline, starting on January 12, 2026 and ending on February 27, 2026. Student interns will work an average of 8 hours per week for eight weeks of project activity, not to exceed a total of 64 hours per student. |
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Clinical Lab Assistant (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Are you interested in pursuing a degree in the health field? If so, this position may be your opportunity to gain experience in the laboratory. |
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Assistant Professor - Marketing and Public Relations (9-month, Tenure Track)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Department is looking for a qualified candidate to teach various undergraduate courses in public relations, with secondary responsibilities in teaching marketing and professional selling courses. The ideal candidate should be able to teach various public relations courses (e.g., Public Relations Principles, Public Relations Tactics, and Reputation Management Crisis and Communication). Teaching graduate courses in marketing and sales might also be required. The candidate will participate in developing and improving curriculum and curriculum delivery, assessment of student learning, service work including student engagement activities and committees, and engage in scholarly activities and professional development aligned with current and emergent programmatic needs. The candidate will assist to grow and expand the public relations program. Faculty members have professional responsibilities, including advising students, participating in committees, keeping regularly posted office hours, and participating in traditional functions with academic significance. Faculty members may be required to teach off-campus and/or online. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed. Required: PhD or DBA in Marketing or related field such as Communication or Advertising. If doctorate is in related field, such as Communication or Advertising, 18 graduate hours in marketing courses are required. ABD may be considered. College-level teaching experience is required. |
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Associate Vice President for Advancement & Executive Director, The Ferris Foundation
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Advancement is a key member of the University Advancement leadership team and an active participant in making strategic decisions affecting fundraising for Ferris State University and the Ferris Foundation. The AVP for Advancement ensures administrative oversight of the University’s major gifts, planned giving, corporate, and foundation fundraising efforts. Working in close collaboration with and reporting to the Vice President for University Advancement, the incumbent fosters a collaborative team culture and establishes metrics for success. Leading by example, the AVP will effectively cultivate and successfully solicit a select portfolio of prospects and donors capable of making transformational contributions to the institution. The AVP will serve as the lead principal gifts officer for the university, working to cultivate, solicit, close, and steward prospective donors with the capacity to make commitments of $500,000 and above. This pivotal role will drive gifts for general university purposes as well as those designated for specific colleges, campaign priorities, or other parts of Ferris State University, and will be essential to catalyzing lead donor support in the readiness and pre-launch phases of university campaigns. Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Minimum of ten years of experience with at least seven to ten years serving at the director level or above; a background of progressively increased responsibility in a comprehensive and sophisticated fundraising program, including supervisory experience. |
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Secretary Level 3
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide responsible independent secretarial support for the offices of the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Academic Senate. Provide receptionist duties and support to the VPAA office and staff. Additionally, perform clerical functions to support the Academic Senate Secretary, assist in the coordination of activities and the delivery of services for the Academic Senate committees. This position reports to the Associate Provost. The anticipated start date of this position is January 2026, however, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent such as military technical training or business/technical schooling. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of work experience equals one year of education. Two years full-time work experience or equivalent in a professional setting (two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time). Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office products, virtual meeting platforms (i.e. Zoom and/or Teams), and excellent communication skills. |
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Custodian (9 month)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a 9-month custodial position, S-Th, 10:30 pm – 7:00 am. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Demonstrated experience with correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaner, automatic scrubber, high speed burnisher, single disc scrubber, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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Optical Assistant Level 1 (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The optometry clinic is seeking an assistant. If you are interested in this field, it may be your opportunity to gain knowledge and experience. |
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Residential Advisor (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Residential Advisor (RA) is a live-in, paraprofessional staff member of the Office of Housing and Residence Life. |
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Residential Advisor (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Residential Advisor (RA) is a live-in, paraprofessional staff member of the Office of Housing and Residence Life. |
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Housing Community Advisor (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Community Advisor (CA) is a live-in, paraprofessional staff member of the Office of Housing and Residence Life. |
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Assistant Professor – Project Management (Tenure Track - 9 month)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The College of Business at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position in Project Management. Teaching will include project management undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement. Specifically, we expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and be willing to mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role. In support of teaching, they will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees. The selected candidate should be willing to serve as a program coordinator. Off-campus and online teaching may be required. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. |
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Human Resources Associate
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| The Human Resources Associate is responsible for the consistent delivery of a broad range of HR support while administering policies, processes, procedures, and programs covering several or all of the following areas: employment and labor relations. The Human Resources Associate must be committed to providing superior customer service and value, while working with a diverse constituency. The incumbent is expected to be responsive, excel at problem-solving, and possess the ability to multi-task in a high-volume department. To be successful in the role, the incumbent must have demonstrated strength in communicating effectively, timely, and professionally. Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel, and attention to detail is required. Required: Associate Degree in Business. At least one year of recent work experience in or related to Human Resource processes and activities. Demonstrated proficiency with technology and the ability to perform job functions using MS Office Suite. |
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Secretary Level 3
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Provide responsible, independent secretarial support within established departmental policies and procedures. The anticipated start date for this position is December of 2025. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of three years college or equivalent such as business/technical schooling. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of full-time related work experience equals one year of education. Two years of full-time secretarial work experience, including advanced bookkeeping, office supervisory responsibility, and public contact where tact and diplomacy are required. Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time work. |
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Dining Helper II- Market (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Do you have experience as a dining service helper? If so, the Dining Service Helper Level II may be the position for you. |
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Degree Works Specialist
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Primary responsibilities include programming for Ferris' degree audit platform, MyDegree (Degree Works by Ellucian). This position scribes curricular changes, generates reports, reviews curriculum proposals, and provides customer service related to MyDegree. This is a full-time, continuing position. Required: Bachelor’s degree. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of full-time related work experience equals one year of education. Two years professional work experience in an office setting. |
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Enrollment Services Software Specialist
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Work independently and under minimal supervision to implement and coordinate the operations of the Enrollment Services e-communication software system and any other assigned computerized system(s) that may be used in Enrollment Services. Serves as the liaison with the software company to implement and make revisions to the software. Communicate and perform duties in a manner that provides excellent service and is responsive to customer needs. Function as a ‘lead worker’ to assist others and answer questions relating to technical software systems used in the department. Required: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Database Technology, Business or equivalent. Two years of full time experience that includes working with electronic recruiting systems or large database software systems. |
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Custodian
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| Perform custodial duties independently or within a team environment as assigned, providing a high standard of cleanliness. This is a custodial position M-F, 5:00 pm – 1:30 am. Required: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Valid driver's license. Custodial/Janitorial work experience in a commercial-hospital-school environment, in a commercial cleaning service, or completion of the Ferris State University JANUS (custodial) training. Demonstrated experience with correct operation of a variety of commercial custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaner, automatic scrubber, high speed burnisher, single disc scrubber, carpet extraction/shampoo equipment or other essential or similar custodial equipment. |
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COB Clerical 1 (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| This position will create content and assist with COB career development events |
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Secretary Level 2
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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| Working under the general direction of an administrator or faculty member, use judgment to perform a variety of complex administrative office duties. Provide responsible, independent secretarial support requiring interpretation of the policies and procedures in the College of Pharmacy. Primary responsibilities will be supporting the Office of Experiential Education, Pharmacy Practice Department, and general secretarial duties for the GRX facility. Secondary responsibilities will be supporting other members of the clerical and administrative staff at the GRX location. The anticipated start date for this position is November of 2025. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. Required: Satisfactory completion of two years college or equivalent such as military technical training or business/technical school. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education is two years of full-time related work experience equals one year of education. Two years full-time secretarial work experience to include advanced bookkeeping, office supervisory responsibility, and public contact where tact and diplomacy are required.
Two years part-time is equivalent to one year full-time. |
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UEC Front Desk/Admin Support 1 (Student Position)
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Big Rapids, MI 49307
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| This role is responsible for greeting and checking in patients, handling phone calls, scanning and filing documents, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. |
